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Curology vs Dr. B: Which Is Better?

Head-to-head comparison of Curology and Dr. B based on our independent scoring across trust, value, experience, product range, and reputation — plus real pricing for the treatments they both offer.

Our Verdict

Dr. B scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (78/100 vs 69.7/100), leading on trust & safety, value, experience, product range, reputation.

70

Custom-compounded prescription skincare pioneer offering personalized acne, rosacea, and anti-aging formulas via async dermatology consults.

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78
Dr. B
Very Good

Dr. B is a New York async telehealth platform, founded by former Zocdoc CEO Cyrus Massoumi, offering $19 consultations across 30+ conditions including hair loss, acne, and rosacea.

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Score Breakdown

DimensionCurologyDr. B
Overall Score69.7/10078/100 ✓
Trust & Safety30%72/10080/100 ✓
Value25%70/10085/100 ✓
Experience20%68/10072/100 ✓
Product Range15%65/10070/100 ✓
Reputation10%72/10078/100 ✓

At a Glance

Founded20142021
HeadquartersSan Francisco, CANew York, NY
Publicly tradedNoNo
Treatment categories23
Treatments listed23
Starting price$30/mo$19/mo

Pricing Where They Compete

Prices shown are based on our most recent research and may not reflect current pricing. Telehealth providers update their pricing frequently. Always verify pricing directly with the provider before purchasing.

CategoryCurologyDr. B
Dermatology$30–$60
Custom Formula
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Hair Loss$35–$50
Hair Formula
$27.58
Finasteride 1mg (90ct)

Curology

+Largest independent compounded-Rx skincare brand, with over a decade of operating history
+Formulas are individually tailored by a licensed provider rather than a fixed SKU
+Customer support is consistently described as fast and helpful when reached
−Recurring complaints about the low-cost trial auto-converting into a full-price subscription with unclear terms
−Strict no-refund policy frustrates patients disputing charges after cancellation
−Phone support is limited; several reviewers were routed to chatbot-only assistance
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Dr. B

+Flat $19 consult price with no membership is a genuine low-cost outlier versus most direct-to-consumer telehealth
+Founder credibility from Cyrus Massoumi's Zocdoc track record, plus national press coverage (NYT, TIME)
+Broad 30+ condition list spanning hair loss, dermatology, and everyday primary care from a single intake
−Shorter operating history (founded 2021) means less accumulated patient-review volume than established competitors
−Consult is async only — no live video option for patients who prefer to speak with a clinician directly
−Prescriptions route to a local pharmacy for pickup by default rather than home delivery, an extra step some competitors skip
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Curology vs Dr. B — FAQ

Is Curology better than Dr. B?

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Dr. B scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (78/100 vs 69.7/100), leading on trust & safety, value, experience, product range, reputation.

Is Curology or Dr. B cheaper?

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Dr. B has the lower starting price (from $19/mo vs $30/mo for Curology). Starting prices are for the cheapest treatment each offers — compare the specific treatment you need, and check what each price includes.

What do Curology and Dr. B both offer?

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Both platforms treat Dermatology, Hair Loss. Curology covers 2 treatment categories total and Dr. B covers 3.

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